Protecting National Forests

Right now, the Forest Service—the folks who manage all 154 National Forests in the U.S.—are in the midst of Forest Planning for a number of National Forests across the country. Forest Planning creates the blueprint for how each National Forest is managed. Among other things, it creates something like a zoning map that dictates where activities like logging happen, and places that need to be set aside for values like recreation and conservation. It has a huge impact on the future of access, and it starts the process for the development of new protective designations like Wilderness, Wild & Scenic rivers, and potentially National Recreation Areas.

You can get involved on your local forest whenever it undergoes the Forest Planning process. Outdoor Alliance is involved in Forest Planning in a few different regions and is helping guide outdoor enthusiasts through the process. Learn more about what Forest Planning is, how you can get involved, and what's happening near you.